Since this site is still up, I should probably redirect anyone who might visit here. ;)
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Monday, August 17, 2009
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Ciao
Work is too crazy and we don't have time to keep up with this blog. We're still trying to drink local, but this will be the last blog post. Take it easy.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Haven't posted in a while and travelling to Florida
We haven't posted in a while because of illness and a busy schedule. On a brighter note, I will be in Florida all next week on business (West Palm Beach). Anyone got suggestions for a good local hooch? Post an idea or send it to alex@bayinghound.com.
What am I drinking right now? Bulleit Bourbon. I highly recommend it for anyone interested in a good qulity yet inexpensive bourbon.
What am I drinking right now? Bulleit Bourbon. I highly recommend it for anyone interested in a good qulity yet inexpensive bourbon.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Wines traveling by sail boat
The folks at 100 mile diet just posted a story about a new/old trend in Europe to ship wines by sail boat. This is how ancient wines were transported, of course. Some winemakers are reviving the trend to reduce their environmental impact (and shipping costs, presumably) by eliminating petroleum transportation fuel.
We say, "Fantastic!" Columbus Ohio isn't likely to be reached by sailboat any time soon, but wind farms are being built here to generate consumer energy.
We say, "Fantastic!" Columbus Ohio isn't likely to be reached by sailboat any time soon, but wind farms are being built here to generate consumer energy.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Bourbon Country Kentucky
At the end of March, we will travel to Kentucky Bourbon Country. The bluegrass region of Kentucky is home to dozens of small bourbon producers. It also happens to be a scenic area perfect for biking.
We hope to visit three or four distilleries and stay in a bed and breakfast. Do any of you lovely readers have recommendations?
We hope to visit three or four distilleries and stay in a bed and breakfast. Do any of you lovely readers have recommendations?
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Kinkead Ridge 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
On the night before Valentine's Day we shared a bottle of Kinkead Ridge 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon ($18)with my mother. We were waiting for the right time to open it because Kinkead Ridge is one of the most "local" wines we have. It's made here in Ohio.
That's right, Ohio wine.
Our last experience with Ohio wine was on the drunkard's dream island of Put-in-Bay. The barely fermented grape juice was so sweet and tasteless that we compared it to Kool-Aid. We literally poured out the second half of the bottle because it was undrinkable.
So we approached the Kinkead Ridge 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon with some hesitation. We decanted the bottle and later poured three glasses. The nose was strong with cherry and berry scents. The body was full and well balanced. Color was deep red and clear.
Kinkead Ridge bills themselves as an ultra-premium Estate Bottled wine maker. Based on this initial tasting, we are eager to try more and visit their vineyard sometime soon.
Moral of the story: Drinking local can have surprising results!
That's right, Ohio wine.
Our last experience with Ohio wine was on the drunkard's dream island of Put-in-Bay. The barely fermented grape juice was so sweet and tasteless that we compared it to Kool-Aid. We literally poured out the second half of the bottle because it was undrinkable.
So we approached the Kinkead Ridge 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon with some hesitation. We decanted the bottle and later poured three glasses. The nose was strong with cherry and berry scents. The body was full and well balanced. Color was deep red and clear.
Kinkead Ridge bills themselves as an ultra-premium Estate Bottled wine maker. Based on this initial tasting, we are eager to try more and visit their vineyard sometime soon.
Moral of the story: Drinking local can have surprising results!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
A quote from "Collapse" by Jared Diamond
"...population and environmental problems created by non-sustainable resource use will ultimately get solved in one way or another: if not by pleasant means of our own choice, then by unpleasant and unchosen means..."
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